I first went to Shillong in 1977. This journey was performed by me to joint State Bank of India. Journey from Guwahati to Shillong was beautiful, except for the Taxi part. The tout at the bus station promised us some fare, but the taxi driver asked us for more.
I stayed in MLA hostel for a couple of days. Found Shillong to be a very beautiful place. My stay was limited to about six months, but I started loving the city. it was not crowded, yet all the amenities are available. People are friendly. Weather is good. Even the cold is pleasing. I had reached there in the month of December, when the cold is at its height, but liked the weather.
People at that time were friendly, honest, helpful. The town was beautiful with old time buildings, as well as new time buildings.
I had visited Shillong at least once a year, for long and short durations, on an average once a year. My last visit was around 1992.
It is more than 15 years since I visited it last, but I still long for a visit to this beautiful township.
I have been given to understand that the landscape has changed drastically. But that has only increased my yearning to visit it at least once more.
I strongly recommend a visit for a week, to enjoy Shillong and the surroundings.